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Mercawood Electric
4.9(
56
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or Repair

Serving Staatsburg, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jeremy and his team were great. They showed up on time, communicated everything clearly to us and answered all our questions. When any concerns came up, he was quick to remedy it. Really personable and knowledgable. Would highly recommend and will be turning to him for any of our electrical needs in the future."
New panel
New panel
Service
Service
Service

+23

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
JPF Electric, Inc.
4.8(
32
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Ceiling Fan - InstallElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - For Business - Materials Not ProvidedElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - For Business - Materials Provided by Consumer+13 more

Serving Staatsburg, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Cannot say enough positive things about JPF Electric. Justin is punctual, attentive to detail and does amazing work. All work exceeded expectations and for a great price. Work was completed in the time promised. Would highly recommend and will be hiring again for any future electrical work!"
Response time5 hrs
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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David Seche Electric
4.3(
18
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Electrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeElectrical for Home Addition or Remodel - InstallElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Not Provided+2 more

Serving Staatsburg, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Dave and his team were efficient, professional, and highly skilled. Dave followed up on our requests promptly, showed up exactly as promised, and really knows his stuff! His price was fair and the quality of his work exceeded our expectations. Highly recommend!"
Gallery
Response time1 day
Response rate93%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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RG Handyman
4.8(
46
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Ceiling Fan - InstallCeiling Fan - RepairElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation+14 more

Serving Staatsburg, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Emergency services offered

Customers say: True professional

"EXCELLENT service is an understatement! All of my issues were resolved and any questions I had about certain electrical issues were all looked at and/or fixed. I could not be happier with the work! Definitely will call them again in the future for any of my needs!"
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+24

Response time2 days
Recommended by54%of homeowners
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Least Resistance Electrical Contracting LLC
5.0(
14
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Fixed Generator - InstallElectrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Not Provided+3 more

Serving Staatsburg, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"We have hired Least Resistance many times and are always thrilled with the final product. Steven has worked in this industry for many years is very knowledgeable about all aspects of electrical work. His is meticulous, thorough, and insures you are completely satisfied. He has run electrical conduit to our out-buildings as well as installed numerous lighting fixtures, and outlets, both interior and exterior, in our 1793 home . He designed and executed an exceptional light system in our expansive garage, with ease . We highly recommend Least Resistance, without reservation."
Let There Be Light!
Sub Panel
Early Stages of Electrical Rough In.
4 Gang Switch Box
Sub Panel Service Entry

+17

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Electrical questions, answered by experts

Choosing between 12- or 14-gauge wire for your house depends on the electrical requirements of the circuit. A 12-gauge wire is thicker and can handle more power, making it better suited for devices such as kitchen appliances, air conditioning units, or electric heaters.

A 14-gauge wire is thinner and can handle less electrical current than a 12-gauge wire. It's ideal for circuits with lower power requirements, such as lighting or general-purpose outlets in bedrooms or living rooms.

How far you can run underground electric depends on the wire gauge (generally AWG) and the circuit voltage. Too much voltage drop in an electrical circuit can negatively affect performance, so the smaller the voltage drop, the better. Ideally, it shouldn't exceed 3%. The smaller the wire and the longer the run, the more significant the voltage drop. 

For example, with a 120-volt circuit, you can run 60 feet of 12 AWG cable without losing more than 3% voltage. With a 240-volt circuit, you can run 120 feet of 12 AWG wire while maintaining a voltage drop of 3% or less.

If you’re interested in exploring other avenues to completely upgrade your electrical panel, it’s also possible to add a sub-panel, which is a smaller panel that connects to what you currently have in place. This way, you can add additional circuits without having to swap out your main panel.

Heated floors use less electricity than traditional heating systems. The average electric bill for running radiant floor heating nonstop is around $3 per day. For example, a 1,500-watt electric space heater costs around $4.80 per day, a 27,000-BTU electric boiler costs around $6.25 per day, and a 100,000-BTU electric heater costs $46 per day.

There are several tools available to help prevent electrical fires. First, ensure that you have GFCI outlets installed in necessary areas, along with an AFCI, which is a circuit breaker that can help prevent arc-faults. Investing in surge protectors is also wise, as they can safeguard your appliances and other items against power surges that may overload your outlet and cause sparking.

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